NEWINGTON, Conn.- State Transportation Commissioner Ralph J. Carpenter announced today that a Milling and Resurfacing project will be performed on Route 169, from just south of Route 205 to Herrick Road, in Brooklyn.This project is scheduled to begin on or about Friday, September 14, 2007 and continue through Thursday, September 27, 2007.

Traffic control personnel and signing patterns will be utilized to guide motorists through the work zone.The regular work schedule for this project is7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (Monday - Saturday).No work will take place on Sundays.

Motorists should be aware that modifications or extensions to this schedule may become necessary due to weather delays or other unforeseen conditions.Motorists are advised to maintain a safe speed when driving through the work area.